Derrick M. Valkenburg, a partner in Shutts & Bowen LLP’s Orlando office, will be presenting before the Central Florida Chapter of the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) on January 27, 2021, discussing important legal considerations for construction leaders in 2021.
At the educational program, Derrick will present “Building a Better 2021: Top Tax and Legal Considerations for Construction Leaders,” with co-speakers, Peter Hilera and Ray Bastin (Withum). With an emphasis on the latest Florida legal and tax developments affecting the construction industry, Derrick and his co-speakers will dive into post-election financial planning and legal best practices for the new year during this interactive lunch and learn. Owners, CFOs, CEOs and Controllers will also learn about the top takeaways to mitigate legal liability in 2021, as well as expected tax law changes.
Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. (ABC) is the largest commercial construction trade association in Florida, with the Central Florida Chapter ABC (CFC ABC) representing companies doing business in the counties of Orange, Lake, Volusia, Seminole and Osceola. The Central Florida Chapter of ABC is a community of common interest, helping its members win work and deliver that work safely, ethically and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which ABC and its members work.
Event Details:
- ABC of Central Florida Lunch & Learn – Wednesday, January 27, 2021
- “Building a Better 2021: Top Tax and Legal Considerations for Construction Leaders”
- Speakers:
- Derrick Valkenburg, Esq. (Shutts & Bowen LLP)
- Peter Hilera, CPA (Withum)
- Ray Bastin, CPA, CGMA (Withum)
About Derrick M. Valkenburg
Derrick M. Valkenburg is a partner in Shutts & Bowen LLP’s Orlando office, where he is a member of the Construction Litigation Practice Group. Derrick’s practice focuses on construction, commercial and real property litigation. He often represents developers, contractors, material suppliers, and design professionals in disputes involving construction defect claims, delay claims, construction lien issues, contract disputes, and insurance coverage issues. Derrick also represents clients in the areas of commercial landlord-tenant disputes, real property litigation, insurance litigation, employment law, probate and trust litigation, and e-discovery. He has represented clients through trial in both state and federal court actions. Derrick has been recognized by Florida Super Lawyers and is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in the State of Florida.